Rees

WOLF CR· Le Flore, Oklahoma· Built 1961· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Rees is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Max Discharge1,940 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDOK10059

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 19, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

REES RANCH LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rees?

Rees is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Rees?

Rees is owned by REES RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rees built?

Rees was completed in 1961, making it 65 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Rees?

Rees serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Rees?

Rees has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Rees last inspected?

Rees was last inspected on February 19, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.